Journalism Day being observed across the country today

May 7, Kathmandu: The eighth National Journalism Day is being observed across the country on Sunday, Baisakh 24.

The day coincides with the day the publication of the Gorkhapatra began in Nepal.

The decision to mark the National Journalism Day was made in 2073BS.

The publication of the Gorkhapatra had begun on Baisakh 24, 1958BS.

On this occasion, journalism educators and observers have stressed the need for Nepali media to change content for media sustainability.

Chief of Journalism Department at TU, Professor Chiranjivi Khanal, said Nepali journalism needs to adopt digital technology by adhering to code and related laws.

He expressed worry that Nepali journalism is now people-focused, while it must be society-focused. For the investigation and study, Nepali journalists need to hone skills and expertise, Prof Khanal suggested.